Eagle Island State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily sunrise – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $7Annual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below6-ft leash
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- parksandrecreation.idaho.gov(208) 939-0696
Official page last checked Oct 30, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Alert Park update2026 Season Update: Campground Construction and Landscaping project • Construction is nearly complete on the campground loops. Please be aware that… (more)
2026 Season Update: Campground Construction and Landscaping project • Construction is nearly complete on the campground loops. Please be aware that construction vehicles will be entering and exiting the park regularly until construction is complete. Campground reservations can be made online or by calling 888-922-6743. Shelter reservations can be made directly through the park • Visitors must be careful, follow the signage, and obey the speed limit. • Please be aware that ongoing landscaping activity is taking place in the campgrounds which may result in minor interruptions. Historic Building Renovations • The park will work on renovating historic buildings. • Please be mindful of workers in the area. Dogs Off-Leash Policy • In mid-2022, Eagle Island State Park enacted a new policy for dogs off-leash. • There are designated trails and areas for off-leash dogs. • Dogs must remain under their owner’s demonstrated control.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
In Ada County, about 5 miles east of Star, Eagle Island State Park covers about 531 acres.
The park supports golf, horseback riding, disc golf, historic sites, and canoeing and kayaking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites and showers).
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day use | Daily | sunrise – sunset | — |
Official wording
Day Use Areas: Sunrise to sunset
Source: official park page, checked Oct 30, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Boise).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Shelter reservation fee ( | $25 |
| All motor vehicles entering the park must pay the | $7 |
Official wording
Shelter reservation fee ($25) is non-refundable and included in the cost. All motor vehicles entering the park must pay the $7.00 entrance fee or display a valid Idaho State Parks Passport.
Idaho park passes
- Idaho State Parks Passport — $10 per vehicle per year (Idaho residents, bought with vehicle registration). Waives the motor vehicle entrance fee at Idaho state parks; camping and other fees still apply; not valid for Park N' Ski Details
- Motor Vehicle Entry Fee (MVEF) Annual sticker — $80. Waives the daily motor vehicle entrance fee (aimed at out-of-state guests) Details
From the Idaho state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- IDPR reservation system (getoutside.idaho.gov)
- Phone
- 1-888-922-6743
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
See the park’s wording · leash up to 6 feet
Bordered on the north and south by the Boise River, Eagle Island features a swimming beach, grassy picnic area and more than five miles of trails for horseback riding, hiking or walking your dog. Pets: Yes on a 6-foot leash
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Overnight: Yes
General accommodations: RV Campsites, Tent Campsites
From the official park page, checked Oct 30, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingCampingGolfDisc golfHikingFishingHistoric sites and toursHorseback ridingRanger and interpretive programsCanoeing and kayakingSwimmingBoatingPicnicking
Trails
Trail Types: • Hike
- Bike
- Horse
Boating and paddling
Boating: Non-motorized only
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
Water
- Boat ramp
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
Camping
- Tent camping
Recreation
- Golf course
- Disc golf
- Horse trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
ADA Accessibility Features: • ADA Campsite
- ADA Restroom
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 165 S Eagle Island Pkwy
Eagle, ID 83616 - Nearest town
- Star — about 5 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 43.6858, -116.3981
- Phone
- (208) 939-0696
- eag@idpr.idaho.gov
Google Maps directionsApple Maps
Directions from the park
Location: 3 miles W of Eagle ID | 7 miles N of Meridian ID | 8 miles W of Boise ID | 18 miles E of Caldwell ID
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Idaho State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 30, 2026; page says updated Sep 29, 2026
- WordPress REST API, custom post type state-park (backs the Find a Park page)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology